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How to navigate during “Maximum Constraint”

Seattle staff is working to try to minimize problems of navigating the Seattle Squeeze during the period of “Maximum Constraint” when the Viaduct comes down and the tunnel is finally opened. Some of us from FNC attended an information session and received this follow-up, which we’re passing on to you:

“Thank you for attending one of the five information sessions about the Viaduct Closure and the Seattle Squeeze. …

“Washington State Department of Transportation and Seattle Department of Transportation fact sheets were handed out at the info session. …

“Here are answers to some of the questions we heard at the information sessions that required more research:

How late will the King
County Water Taxi be operating? A: The additional water
taxi runs will be between 6am-7pm, weekdays.

Will there be weekend runs
for the Water Taxi? A: No additional weekend service, except on
Feb 2 supporting SR99 Tunnel opening events.

What will the first stop be
after the West Seattle Bridge for the C-Line? Is there a way there could
be a stop by the SODO light rail stop (Lander St.) for a light rail
connection? A: The first C Line stop will be at 3rd and
Columbia. There will be no stops through the SODO area.

Question from the info sessions answered:
“Will there be discounts on the SR 99 Tunnel toll for seniors and people who are low-income?
“There will not be a discount for seniors or low-income individuals. The Washington State Transportation Commission (WSTC) sets toll rates and exemptions http://wstc.wa.gov/. The WSTC determined that there will be exemptions for public transit, emergency responders, highway maintenance vehicles, school buses and qualified private buses, which serve the public or commuters. Thank you again for attending one of the information sessions. Happy Holidays!
Laura Jenkins
Community Engagement Coordinator
Office: 206-684-0320
Cell: 206-437-3735
seattle.gov/neighborhoods”